Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment is common on college campuses. It has been reported that 30% of undergraduate students and 40% of graduate students have been sexually assaulted (Report Card on Gender Equity, National Coalition for Women and Girls in Education). Harassment can occur anywhere (residence halls, classrooms, offices, workplaces, etc), and between any variety of individuals of any gender or sexual orientation.

Some people may use the excuse that harassing behavior is just flirting. However, harassment is not an effective way to let another person know you find her or him attractive. It does not stimulate the other person's interest in getting to know you better.

If a person is being sexually harassed, she or he can experience:

Decreased work or school performance

Missing class or work to avoid harassment or because of illness from the stress